2003 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2007 Lancia Ypsilon | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |